RADAR BLITAR – An Indonesian civil society group has challenged the planned Mastrip land execution Blitar, raising concerns over alleged irregularities in the civil case that underpins the court-ordered eviction.
On Tuesday (Feb. 11), representatives of Gerakan Pembaharuan Indonesia (GPI) visited the Blitar District Court to question the scheduled land execution on Jalan Mastrip, which authorities plan to carry out on Friday (Feb. 13).
GPI Chairman Jaka Prasetya argued that several aspects of Civil Case No. 83/Pdt.G/2024 at the Blitar District Court warrant scrutiny. According to him, the plaintiff never appeared during court proceedings, while the defendant’s legal status remains unclear.
“The lawsuit names Gapero as the defendant. However, Gapero ceased operations in 2013. That is highly irregular,” Jaka said.
Furthermore, Jaka highlighted a Rp 10 billion (approximately $630,000) debt acknowledgment reportedly signed before a notary in 2024. He questioned the validity of that document, claiming the case lacks supporting evidence, including proof of building use rights (Hak Guna Bangunan or HGB) and other loan documentation.
He also pointed out that the HGB cited in the case expired in 2017. “If the HGB expired, then the land should revert to state assets. So how can authorities proceed with execution?” he asked.
In addition, GPI questioned discrepancies in the address listed in the court ruling. While the decision states that the defendant resides on Jalan Kenongo, officials plan to execute the land on Jalan Mastrip. According to Jaka, this mismatch could create legal complications during enforcement.
Despite the objections, Jaka emphasized that GPI does not intend to obstruct legal proceedings. Instead, the organization wants to ensure that authorities carry out the execution strictly in accordance with the court’s final ruling.
“If the execution does not align with the court’s decision, then authorities should postpone it,” he said.
Meanwhile, court spokesperson Iqbal confirmed that the case has obtained permanent legal force (inkrah). Therefore, the court must carry out the execution upon request from the applicant.
“Execution marks the final stage of the legal process to ensure legal certainty,” Iqbal explained. He added that the court leadership conducted a thorough review before approving the enforcement schedule.
The dispute over the Mastrip land execution in Blitar has now drawn public attention, as civil society groups call for greater transparency while the court insists it is following established legal procedures.